Friday 19 August 2016 12:39, UK
Wicketkeeper Niall O'Brien has left Leicestershire with immediate effect after four years at the club.
O'Brien, who is also a batsman, was due to depart Leicestershire at the end of the season, but the 35-year-old will now look to find another county straight away after being given an early exit from Grace Road.
The Irishman scored 2,816 runs at an average of 34.76 and claimed 152 catches and 11 stumpings in 51 first-class matches for the club.
Niall O'Brien, whose brother Kevin also plays for the Midlands club, believes he still has a lot to offer county cricket.
He said: "The last four years have been challenging and fun. I'm now looking forward to pursuing a new opportunity and am as hungry as ever to contribute. I wish Leicestershire all the very best in the years ahead."
Leicestershire chief executive Wasim Khan added: "We'd like to thank Niall for his loyal service over the last four years, he has been an important part of the changing room at Leicestershire.
"His contribution as a batsman, wicketkeeper and as a senior professional has been excellent and we wish him all the very best for the future."
